Kansas City, MO
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.4
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 81 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (100%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (21%)
Good (71%)
Average (7%)
What are your general comments?
Overall, applicants found the interview process to be relaxed and welcoming, with interviewers making efforts to create a comfortable environment. Some expressed disappointment with the facilities or program offerings of the school, while others appreciated the informal nature of the interview and the opportunity to interact with current students and faculty before the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Great interview
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If I had known it was only 3 questions, I may have pushed for a phone/webcam interview instead of spending nearly a thousand dollars traveling to the city.
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Essay and interview took only 90 minutes. The interviewers really tried to make me feel comfortable.
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It was my first interview so I was very nervous, but the facility was gorgeous and the people were very friendly and tried to make it as relaxing and laid back as possible.
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It was very laid back, everyone was nice and organized, the questions that were posted earliery last year are good to study, i bought a t-shirt that said UMKC just because i like the school.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
39 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.9 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
61% One-on-One
39% Group Interview
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File Type:
88% Open-File
12% Closed-File
UMKC-PHARM-COMP interviews are an average of 39 minutes, with an average of 2.9 interviews. 61% of interviews are one-on-one, and 12% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Based on the responses provided, the most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about reasons for choosing the profession, examples of attention to detail, time management skills, handling emotionally charged situations, demonstrating integrity, ethical decision-making, and communication abilities under pressure. Some respondents may have experienced an MMI format, potentially involving nondisclosure agreements based on mentions of 'MMI' and 'non-disclosure'.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why do you choose pharmacy as a career?
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Tell us why you would be a good choice for UMKC?
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Describe a time when you had to pay specific attention to detail
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Give us a time when you had to pay attention to detail at a specific time
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Why UMKC? (since I was from California) How do you manage your time?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios related to integrity, decision-making, and teamwork, such as times when integrity was tested, decisions required putting emotions aside, and roles in group settings. These questions were part of a formal interview process that may have been structured as an MMI format, potentially involving a nondisclosure agreement based on respondents' comments.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Can you multitask?
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The essay: What is the biggest problem facing the profession
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The essay - What's wrong with the healthcare system and how would you fix it?
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Nothing really
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Describe a time you showed integrity.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by practicing with mock interviews, reviewing questions from Student Doctor Network (SDN), researching the school's website, and ensuring they got a good night's sleep. Many also mentioned the importance of going over typical interview questions and reflecting on their positive experiences beforehand for a successful interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Practice interview skills with Student Career Center. Buying outfits. Sleep well the day before.
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I reviewed the previously posted questions and information here, and I just got a good night's sleep!
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SDN
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SDN, previous interviews at other schools
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SDN interview feedbacks, went over typical interview questions
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios requiring problem-solving skills, integrity, attention to detail, and communication abilities. The interview format mentioned by respondents appears to be an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview), possibly under a nondisclosure agreement, as some responses alluded to the nature of the questions and the interview process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What is hardest thing you've ever experienced?
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Tell us about a time that you demonstrated integrity, and what were the consequences of those actions?
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Time you had to ask lots of questions to find a solution
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Give us a time when you had to pay attention to detail at a specific time - the specific time thing threw me off.
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Name a time when you performed a procedure that with a lack of detail might lead to negative consequences.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the friendliness of interviewers, the newness and quality of the school facilities, the welcoming and supportive atmosphere created by staff and students, as well as the well-organized and structured interview process. Many noted the positive experience of meeting the dean and having one-on-one interactions, which helped ease their nerves. Additionally, the pre-interview events and the welcoming nature of the Kansas City community were highlighted as contributing to a positive overall experience.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The friendliness of the interviewers.
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The school was built in 2007, so it is really new. The building and the campus are very nice, I was definitely impressed!
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All seemed interested in what I had to say, very kind
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The meet and greet the night before the interview really relaxed me, and the school is brand new
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New pharmacy building, interviewers were extremely friendly
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were consistently unimpressed by the school's location in a less desirable area, the outdated facilities of the pharmacy building, and the requirement for a five-year PharmD program. Suggestions included providing more information about the school's history, offering tours, and improving the first impression with a more modern facility.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing!
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The school's not in the nicest area
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Should have an introduction about the school's history before starting the essay/interview process, should include a tour of the school
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The location is not in the best part of town.
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How difficult it is to find the campus from i - 29 north ?? downtown is so confusing.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the format of the essay, not to be as nervous, the brevity of the interview, the need to write an essay, the school's demographic makeup, and the duration of the interview process. Suggestions included being prepared for a computer-based essay, managing nerves, understanding the interview length, and familiarizing oneself with the school environment beforehand.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I wish I had known more about the essay. It wasn't too difficult, I guess I was just taken by surprise with the way they did it. For some reason I thought we would all be in a room with a pencil and paper, but instead we were in a computer lab. I did like it better, but it took me off guard for a few minutes!
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Not to be as nervous!
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They only asked me 3 questions which took ~10 mins. I had to fly in for only 3 questions.
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How I should stress out so much
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How to get to the school exactly.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?
0 = Low, 10 = High
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
No responses
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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KCI
67% interviewees used KCI (KCI), with 33% using MCI (MCI).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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29% Airplane
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71% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Holiday Inn (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at Homestead Suites (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Holiday Inn
10/10
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Homestead Suites
10/10
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Hampton Inn
10/10
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.4
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 81 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Other (6%)
Student (94%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (92%)
Neutral (8%)
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